Kevin Bryant

Written By Tim Terrentine

Unstuck 007: Leadership That Moves People

Leadership decisions are among the most powerful—and most misunderstood—levers in any organization.

In this episode of Unstuck, Tim Terrentine sits down with Kevin Bryant, Managing Director at GoodCitizen, to explore what it really takes to place leaders who don’t just fill roles—but transform organizations.

From his roots in a small North Carolina community to leading equity-centered executive searches across the country, Kevin brings a perspective grounded in service, responsibility, and impact.

This conversation goes beyond hiring mechanics and into the human dynamics that shape leadership success.

You’ll hear:

  • Why hiring for “fit” often limits organizational growth

  • The importance of honesty before and during leadership transitions

  • What separates “qualified candidates” from truly transformative leaders

  • How boards can either enable—or derail—new leadership

  • The responsibility organizations have to not do harm in the communities they serve

About the Guest:

Kevin Bryant is a Managing Director at GoodCitizen, where he partners with foundations, nonprofits, and mission-driven organizations to lead equity-centered executive searches during critical moments of growth and transition.

His work focuses on identifying leaders who can drive systems-level change, particularly across climate, education, and justice-centered organizations.

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